2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia

To start off, both 2005 GMC Envoy and 2005 Skoda Fabia were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,357 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 201 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1016 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Envoy (447 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (250 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.

Compare all specifications:

2005 GMC Envoy 2005 Skoda Fabia
Make GMC Skoda
Model Envoy Fabia
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5357 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 99 HP
Torque 447 Nm 250 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 19.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2271 kg 1255 kg
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1920 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3280 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 4.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 45 L


 

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